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- Page 1 LoopSense Fire Alarm Control Panel (EN54. 2 & 4) Installation and Commissioning MAN 1553-7...
- Page 2 Responding to a Fire Access Level 1 Indicators Controls The OVERRIDE key is pressed to override any delays to outputs Activating the “SILENCE ALARMS. BRIGADE USE ONLY” Key will silence all Alarm Outputs. Access Level 2 The EVACUATE key is pressed to turn ON all alarm devices. ...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page No. About This Manual ....................... 1 Introduction ........................ 1 General Requirements ....................1 References......................... 1 Symbols ........................1 Introduction .......................... 2 System Overview ....................... 2 System Components ....................2 Overview & Key Features ..................... 3 Features ........................3 3.1.1 Device Alarm LED activation ................ - Page 4 Printer 5 Volt Power Supply (BRD42PVCB1) ..........40 Battery Capacity Calculation ..................... 41 Maintenance and Trouble Shooting Chart ................ 44 12.1 Maintenance ......................44 12.2 Trouble Shooting LoopSense ................... 45 12.3 Trouble Shooting SmartTerminal ................45 Certification Information ....................46 Compatible Devices ......................47...
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Page 5: About This Manual
About This Manual Introduction This manual contains all the information required to install, commission and operate the LoopSense series Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) and is only available to and for the use of personnel engaged in its installation, commissioning and operation. -
Page 6: Introduction
Introduction System Overview The purpose of the LoopSense Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) is to monitor changes in inputs, report those changes and update selected outputs as programmed. The FACP processes changes in inputs such as fire, fault, pre-alarm, emergency, security, user, transparent and system and has a built-in menu structure to view its status, perform operational tests, and modify the panel’s configuration and programming. -
Page 7: Overview & Key Features
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Overview & Key Features LoopSense is a 1 - 2 loop Intelligent Analogue / Addressable FACP capable of supporting the following modules: Apollo protocol - 126 detectors / devices per loop SmartTerminal 8 Way Relay ... -
Page 8: Facp Main Termination Board Inputs & Outputs
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING The loops consist of a positive and common and are able to source up to 500mA of current. The loops; Operate in single ended and redundant configurations Are monitored for over current and short circuit in single ended mode ... -
Page 9: Specifications
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Specifications Metal Standard EN54 2&4 1997, Amd 1&2 LPCB Approved Complies with Mechanical Dimensions Cabinet: ( mm ) 425 (H) x 400 (W) x 125 (D) 300 (H) x 360 (W) x 100 (D) Environmental Temperature: 0ºC to + 40ºC... -
Page 10: Mechanical
5.1.1 Enclosure Details LoopSense can be surface or semi-flush mounted, is supplied with a detachable door, a mountable back box with backpan, power supply and a minimum of two separate PCBs. 5.1.2... -
Page 11: Pcb Removal / Replacement
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 5.1.3 PCB Removal / Replacement If the PCB’s have to be removed the following precautions should be observed; Removing the door will provide better access to the boards and ensure the hinges are not accidentally stressed. -
Page 12: Electrical
'FIRE ALARM: DO NOT SWITCH OFF. The Mains supply must be exclusive to the FACP. 6.1.2 Connecting the Panel Connecting LoopSense internal connections and PCBs is best undertaken immediately prior to commissioning. Before beginning ensure all devices on the circuits are correctly connected and that cable integrity is verified throughout the installation. -
Page 13: Earth & Earth Fault
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 6.1.4 Earth & Earth Fault If a resistance of <50Ω exists between 0V and the building earth a fault indication will be indicated. Resistance to Earth Status < 50Ω Earth Fault 50 ≤ to ≤ 500 KΩ... -
Page 14: Cable Types And Limitations
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING The batteries should be connected in series using the series link wire provided and located within the panel enclosure. The red and black battery leads from the Power Supply (TB2) should be run to the batteries in such a way that there is no risk of them being damaged, and then connect the red wire to the positive terminal and the black wire to the negative terminal. -
Page 15: Front Panel Control Card
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Front Panel Control Card The Front Panel Control Card interfaces to the Main Control Board by way of CN5, and supports; all the controls and functional indicators the FACP Reset the Configuration (CONFIG) control ... -
Page 16: Passwords
2. The panel responds by displaying a unique 10 digit key 3. Contact the local Ampac Service Centre and they will issue a temporary password 4. The temporary password is entered, and access is gained to the panel. The operator can... -
Page 17: System Controls & Indicators
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING System Controls & Indicators The front panel has fourteen push button controls, a key switch and an alpha numeric keypad. Controls, Normal – Enabled (Key Switch) CONTROLS ENABLE KEY SWITCH. = OFF, = ON If the key switch is in the OFF position (access level 1), then the OVERRIDE, PREVIOUS, NEXT, SILENCE BUZZER and LAMP TEST controls are active. - Page 18 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING PRE-ALARM Pre-alarm – Illuminated when one or more devices are in the pre- alarm condition and not disabled Previous Momentary push button. Used to scroll the LCD display to view the previous available entry. Fire Output / Next ...
- Page 19 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Fault with the fire alarm routing equipment or fault warning routing equipment Fault with alarm devices or circuit Fault with connected modules, cards and boards Fault with secondary power supply Fault with main power supply ...
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Page 20: Liquid Crystal Display
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING ALARMS STATUS Illuminated steady if any of the alarm devices (sounders and/or strobes) have been disabled and flashes if any of the alarm devices (sounders and/or strobes) are in fault. Disable has priority over fault... -
Page 21: Main Control Card
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Main Control Card The Main Control Card and its front display panel combined with the Power Supply / Battery Charger / batteries forms the basis for the LoopSense FACP. EXT COMMS AUX OUT1 INPUTS RELAY 1... -
Page 22: Input / Output System Connections
LoopSense Installation Commissioning & Operation EUROPE Input / Output System Connections Main Board Illustrated Resistors Resistor External Cabling Alert Input I/P 1-4 DEFAULT USAGE Resistor 1. Class Change 2. Evacuate 3. Fault/Defect 4. RESET Note: TB1 & 5 are protected programmable Resistor "Continous"... - Page 23 LoopSense Installation Commissioning & Operation EUROPE Cabling Connector Purpose /Pins Not used. Front panel Control / LCD Interface Network Connection (Future) High Level Interface (Future) Monitoring / Coms from the Power Supply. Pins & PSU Sense...
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Page 24: Wiring To The Main Card
RS485 Add-On Module Port – RJ-45 (CN10) and terminal block connectors (TB1 1, 2, 3), switchable for internal and external communications, connect to Ampac designed Add-Ons. PC Interface port – USB Device CN6 and RS232 DB9 connectors (CN11). If the USB port is connected it will disable the RS232 port. -
Page 25: Internal Communications Port
The 9600 baud internal communications port is provided to permit the connection of Add-Ons within the FACP. The port also provides the 27VDC (up to 400mA) to power the modules. The port conforms to AMPAC’s standard RJ45 8 pinned design. Function Power +VE Power –VE... - Page 26 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Note: Isolating base is polarity sensitive. XP95 Loop Input XP95 Loop Output Figure 10: Terminal Block Connections STANDARD ISOLATING STANDARD BASE BASE BASE IN / OUT O U T Loop Terminal - + + -...
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Page 27: Outputs
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Outputs 9.5.1 Supervised Outputs TB3 Four supervised output are provided on the Main Board. These supervised switched outputs supply a nominal 24VDC, at up to 750mA. Outputs are independently controlled and supervised. Supervision of the outputs for short, open and earth faults applies in both the ON and OFF state. -
Page 28: Printer Connection Icc Cn2
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING DSR - Data Set Ready DTR - Data Terminal Ready CD - Carrier detect. Termination is via a 9 pin ‘D’ canon connector designed to be compatible with the IBM PC pin configuration for serial communication interfacing. -
Page 29: Adding Control And Monitoring Facilities
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Adding Control and Monitoring Facilities The internal communications connector CN10 provides RS485 serial communications to internal Add-Ons. CN10 on the Main Card cables to CN1 or 2 on the internal Add-Ons and TB1/1, 2, 3 cables to CN1 or 2 on the remote cards. -
Page 30: 8-Way Sounder Board
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING O/P 1 O/P 2 O/P 3 O/P 4 O/P 5 O/P 6 O/P 7 O/P 8 TB1-TB8 NO NC NO NC NO NC TB10 1 2 3 4 C8 C7 +27VDC ADDRESS SW +27VDC COMMS IN / OUT... - Page 31 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Control Panel Interface +27VDC and RS485 communication Input Interfaces The input provides for a +27VDC external power supply feed. In addition filtering and protection devices are used to reject transients. Output Interfaces To facilitate supervision of open and short circuits and line faults when “On” a 10K End of Line resistor is required on each output.
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Page 32: Zone Indicator Card
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.3 32 Zone Indicator Card This card has 32 bi-coloured LED’s which can be used to display the status of up to 32 Zones. The zone numbers assigned to each LED are configurable and the LED’s will operate in the following... -
Page 33: Eight Zone Conventional Board
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.5 Eight Zone Conventional Board This board has 8 conventional zones. Up to 32 zones max may be configured. The zones may be used in panel programming and cause and effects. The end of line type used for the board is configurable to be any one of the following: ... -
Page 34: Smartterminal
INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.6 SmartTerminal SmartTerminal connects to the LoopSense Fire Alarm Control Panel (FACP) via the RS485 multidrop communication port. Generally it is designed to be used anywhere where the status of the FACP is required to be monitored by local personnel and limited control is required. -
Page 35: Specifications
FACP 10.6.6 Operational & Key Features SmartTerminal has been designed for use with AMPAC’s range of intelligent FACP’s. 4 line by 40 character LCD with backlight and navigation keys keys allow the SmartTerminal to be used for FACP operation and interrogation. -
Page 36: Smartterminal Termination Board Interconnection
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.6.8 SmartTerminal Termination Board Interconnection SHIELDED COMMS CABLE +24VDC SHIELD COMMS AUX OUT1 INPUTS RELAY 1 RELAY 2 LOOP 1 LOOP 2 MONITORED O/PS RELAY 3 AUX OUT2 RS485+ RS485- CONTROLS OUT1 OUT2 MAIN CONTROL BOARD... -
Page 37: Setting The Smartterminal Annunciator In Loopmaster
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.6.10 Setting the SmartTerminal Annunciator in LoopMaster The SmartTerminal is primarily used as a remote ‘terminal’, allowing users to view panel statuses and interact, to some extent, with the panel, while not being physically at the main panel. A general description on how SmartTerminal can be configured via the Windows application follows. - Page 38 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Editing Figure 23: Editing Screen The SmartTerminal Add-On editing dialog box consists of two types of fields: 1. Non-editable (informational) fields: Panel – The panel number this module belongs to, Address – The hardware address of this particular module; addresses can be in the range of 1 to 30, ...
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Page 39: Smartterminal Controls And Indicators
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.6.11 SmartTerminal Controls and Indicators All controls, except for the controls Enable / Disable Keyswitch, are of a momentary push button style and operate in exactly the same way as does the FACP itself. Figure 24: SmartTerminal Front Panel Layout 10.6.12 SmartTerminal Screen Format... - Page 40 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING In the event of a loss of communications, for a period of greater than 15 seconds the LCDA will default to the No Communications screen. The format for this screen is: No Communication Device Isolate / Disables: If configured the screen format for reporting loop / sensor / zone disable...
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Page 41: Printer
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.7 Printer Specifications Printing method: directed impact dot matrix Interface: 8 bit parallel interface Printing mechanism: 4/6 pin shuttle Interface port: 26 PIN flat plug 10.7.1 Indicators and Buttons The front panel has an LED indicator and two buttons SEL (SELECT), LF (LINE FEED). -
Page 42: Maintenance
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING With power applied (green LED illuminated) push the SEL button. This will turn off the LED, press and hold in the LF button then press the SEL button again and the printer will enter the Self Test mode. Self-test will print out all the valid characters in the character sets. - Page 43 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Mechanism Release Hinges Button PUSH Push Buttons Paper Note: Ink Ribbon Front Door Removed Cassette Note: Replacement Paper Roll Front Door Removed Figure 27: Head Mechanism Rotation and Paper Roll Removal / Insertion Take out the empty paper roll and roller Put the new paper roll onto the paper roller and replace as shown above.
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Page 44: Printer Connections And Jumper Link Settings
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 10.7.3 Printer Connections and Jumper Link Settings Mounted on the back of the printer mechanism is the PCB that carries the; Connectors for interconnection to the BRD82ZICC, Jumper links required to set the programmed print modes; and ... -
Page 45: Battery Capacity Calculation
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Battery Capacity Calculation INTRODUCTION The standby power source capacity, or battery capacity, determines how long the system will continue to operate in the event of the loss of the primary power source. It therefore becomes necessary to calculate the battery and hence power supply / battery charger capacity required for each installation. - Page 46 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING POWER SUPPLY & BATTERY CALCULATOR Criteria Example Panel Configuration Iq Calculation Iq Calculation No Off X mA = Iq No Off X mA = Iq Basic 1 Loop Panel Basic 2 Loop Panel Interface Cards/Boards...
- Page 47 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING PRIMARY POWER SOURCE CALCULATIONS Battery Charger Current Requirement: Battery is charged for 24 hrs to provide 5Iq + 0.5Ia = ( 5x Iq ) + ( 0.5 x Ia ) = ( 5x Iq ) + ( 0.5 x Ia ) = ( 5 x 157 ) + ( 0.5 x 537 )
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Page 48: Maintenance And Trouble Shooting Chart
Maintenance and Trouble Shooting Chart 12.1 Maintenance The LoopSense FACP should be maintained so as to comply with all standards / regulations applicable to the country and location it has been installed. Failure to do so could put at risk compliance and the integrity of the system. -
Page 49: Trouble Shooting Loopsense
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING 12.2 Trouble Shooting LoopSense Resolution of all suspected faults MUST only be carried out by suitably qualified technical operatives. Problem Solution No Mains Power Check mains Fuse Check output voltage it should be set to 27.2V. -
Page 50: Certification Information
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Certification Information The LoopSense is designed and manufactured by: AMPAC TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD 7 Ledgar Rd Balcatta WA 6021 Western Australia HEAD OFFICE 61-8-9242 3333 FAX: 61-8-9242 3334 Manufactured to: Certificate of Compliance Number: Equipment Serial Number:... -
Page 51: Compatible Devices
LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Compatible Devices AMPAC Auto Type Type Learn Device Type Displayed Type (19 chars) Desc Code Default Optical XP95 Optical XP95 PHOTO PHOTO XP95 Optical with base sounder XP95 PHOTO + SNDR PHOTO XPander Optical... - Page 52 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Manual Call Points S90 MCP S90 MCP 11Fh Discovery MCP DISC MCP XP95 MCP XP95 MCP XPander MCP XPANDER MCP XP95 Mini switch monitor with interrupt XP95 MINI SW + INT Xplorer MCP...
- Page 53 LOOPSENSE EN54 INSTALLATION & COMMISSIONING Glossary of Terms ACKD : ACKNOWLEDGED AMP HOUR ALM : ALARM COM : RELAY COMMON CONTACT (WIPER) CN : CONNECTOR C/O : CHANGE OVER CONTACTS CPU : COMMON PROCESSOR UNIT EOL : END OF LINE...
- Page 54 Dependencies on more than one alarm signal – Type C Fault signal from point Output to fault warning routing equipment Disablement of each addressable point Test condition UNCONTROLLED DOCUMENT NOTE: Due to AMPAC’s commitment to continuous improvement specifications may change without notice. Page...
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